Cindy is incredibly knowledgeable and absolutely wonderful with pups! We learned so much from her training and feel like she gave us the perfect foundation for raising a well-trained, confident pup. Her training tactics have made such a difference. We’re so grateful for all of her guidance and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a fantastic dog trainer!

Patient Paws Positive Dog Training
Valparaiso, Indiana
About Patient Paws Positive Dog Training
We offer small group dog and puppy training classes. where you get a lot of one on one help with your dog. Great classes to socialize your puppy with other puppies and people. We use only positive reinforcement training techniques. It creates a strong bond with your dog.
Training & services
Training goals
- Canine Good Citizen preparation
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- House training
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- Leash training
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- Obedience training
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- Puppy training
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- Socialization
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Behavior support
- Aggression training
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- Separation anxiety
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How training happens
- Group classes
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- Owner coaching Customer-reported
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- Private training
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Dog age
- Adult dogs
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- Puppies
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Training level
- Advanced obedience
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- Advanced training
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- Beginner training Customer-reported
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Class options
- Small classes
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Assistance and working dogs
- Therapy dog training
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Dog sports
- Scent work
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Training approach
- Force-free training
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- Positive reinforcement
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Other listed services
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- Beginning Training
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- Canine Manners
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- Continuing Education
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- Dog Develop
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- Dog Prep
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- Dog Team
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- Dog Training Home
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- Home Home
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- Off Leash
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- Positive Dog Training
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- Training Program
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Customer reviews
Google listingMentioned in reviews
- knowledgeable instructor 10
- positive reinforcement 9
- patient instructor 5
- rescue dog training 5
- individual attention 4
- canine manners class 3
All 10 topics
- good manners class 3
- anxious dogs 2
- canine good citizen class 2
- puppy socialization 2
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We had a wonderful experience with Cindy. We came to her because we adopted a 7 month old dog, named Ranger, with no social experience. I wanted to make sure we started training right away. She was patient, knowledgeable and gave us clear practical guidance to use at home. He is …Read full reviewClose full review
We had a wonderful experience with Cindy. We came to her because we adopted a 7 month old dog, named Ranger, with no social experience. I wanted to make sure we started training right away. She was patient, knowledgeable and gave us clear practical guidance to use at home. He is definitely more confident and attentive now. We are grateful for all the tips she has given us. Definitely would recommend her if you are looking for a trainer who cares about the dogs.
I originally signed up for the puppy classes, and was so thrilled, I continued on to the intermediate classes. One thing I really enjoy is the location. It’s very clean, peaceful, and most importantly NOT in the middle of a store. I have never done puppy classes before and did n…Read full reviewClose full review
I originally signed up for the puppy classes, and was so thrilled, I continued on to the intermediate classes. One thing I really enjoy is the location. It’s very clean, peaceful, and most importantly NOT in the middle of a store. I have never done puppy classes before and did not want to take classes inside a store with people watching me. So, the location was super important to me. Another great aspect is all the advice Cindy gives. I was having trouble with Finn’s anxiety inside the crate, and she gave me great tips (frozen Kong!!) that have completely turned around Finn’s view of the crate! Very grateful I found Cindy!
This is the place Zuko and I been looking for! We tried somewhere else and it was mostly discipline. It never seemed to work with Zuko. Started here and loved the idea that the dogs don’t see each other. Cindy is very knowledgeable . With everything I learned we are making amazing progress! Would definitely suggest to everyone. Positive reinforcement is 100% the way to go.
I have taken my puppy through two courses with Cindy. Not only has it been extremely helpful in guiding his behaviors in a positive and constructive way, he absolutely loves coming!
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